People may become addicted to drugs despite a handicap or personal physical problem. This at times makes individuals significantly more susceptible to getting involved in drug or alcohol addiction, as a result of the unique problems that may pop up in the perspon's life. This is true for people in the deaf and hearing impaired community as well, and treatment for drug and alcohol abuse disorders is sometimes required. Deaf or hearing impaired persons often need ASL or other assistance as part of their drug rehab program, and there are alcohol and drug treatment programs accessible throughout the Gilboa area which cater to these special needs. Professional drug rehab counselors who understand the need for ASL and can supply other necessary assistance to deaf or hearing impaired substance abusers are readily available in many drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs around Gilboa and in the United States.